39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Henderson, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. John Henderson, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Henderson graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Womack Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Henderson is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Henderson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Henderson’s office at (706) 323-5717.
Where did Dr. Henderson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Womack Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Womack Army Comm Hospital | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Henderson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Henderson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Henderson speak?
Dr. Henderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Henderson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Henderson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Henderson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Henderson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Henderson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Henderson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Henderson accept my insurance?
Dr. Henderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 323-5717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Henderson accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Henderson in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Henderson's office located?
Dr. John Henderson's Primary Practice
1900 10th Ave Ste 320
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 323-5717
What is Dr. Henderson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Henderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477597979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Henderson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Henderson
What is Dr. John Henderson's specialty?
Dr. Henderson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. John Henderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Henderson is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Henderson accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. John Henderson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Henderson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Henderson's office at (706) 323-5717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Henderson?
Please contact Dr. Henderson's office at (706) 323-5717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Henderson have?
Dr. John Henderson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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